Director, Engineering

Sony; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 240,000 - 270,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical coverage

401(k) Plan with company match

Flexible work arrangements

Education assistance

Job summary

Sony in California is seeking a Director of Engagement Platform Engineering to lead the development of their Engagement Platform. This role will shape future engagement technologies, focusing on personalized experiences for millions of fans worldwide.

The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in commerce and digital platforms, strong leadership skills, and expertise in cloud-native architectures. Sony offers comprehensive benefits, including medical coverage, a 401(k) plan, and flexible work arrangements.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in commerce or digital platforms.
• Proven expertise in leading engineering teams.
• Deep knowledge of cloud-native architectures.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of Sony's Engagement Platform.
• Deliver high-impact solutions aligned with strategic goals.
• Mentor and empower a growing team of engineers.

Skills

Commerce platforms

Digital storefronts

Account management

AI/ML-driven personalization

Cloud-native architectures

Education

BS or Master’s Degree in Engineering or Computer Science

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

Join the Sony Engagement Platform Services (SEPS) Team, where innovation meets collaboration in the dynamic world of digital engagement. At SEPS, we are building the next‑generation platform that powers how fans connect with the content—and the creators—they love. Our mission is to unlock meaningful, data‑driven engagement across Sony’s entertainment ecosystem, from games and anime to music, film, and live experiences—empowering both internal teams and external partners to build at scale. Our mission is to create a world‑class engagement platform that not only enhances existing revenue streams but also drives new opportunities through a robust ecosystem of partners and creators. By decoupling application development from platform services, we empower our teams to deliver exceptional solutions with agility and efficiency. If you are passionate about shaping the future of digital engagement and want to be part of a vibrant community that values creativity and collaboration, we invite you to explore the exciting opportunities within our team. Together, we will shape the future of fan experiences and define the foundation for what’s possible in the realm of engagement. To learn more visit: www.sony.com/en/SonyInfo/technology/stories/entries/sep_introduction/

In an evolving interactive entertainment landscape, commerce technology is central to driving player engagement, revenue growth, and platform innovation.

The Director of Engagement Platform Engineering will lead the development and activation of Sony's Engagement Platform, spanning contextual personalization, payments, search and content discovery, acquisition technology, subscription management, developer experience and account & identity systems. This leader will shape the future of engagement technologies at Sony, ensuring seamless and scalable experiences for hundreds of millions of fans worldwide.

Reporting to the VP of Engagement Platform Engineering, this high‑impact leadership role will be responsible for designing, scaling, and optimizing the Engagement platform technology ecosystem. This role plays a key part in scaling team capabilities and engineering excellence, while ensuring seamless platform integration across Sony Electronics, Sony Pictures, Sony Sports, and other Sony operating companies. The position requires close collaboration with global stakeholders, including business users, product managers, and cross‑functional technical teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute the Platform Engineering Strategy: Develop and implement the vision for engagement ecosystem, including storefronts, digital purchases, subscription services, and Venues and events.
• Lead, mentor, and empower a growing team of engineers to deliver high‑impact solutions aligned with strategic business goals and outcomes.
• Foster a strong, inclusive, and collaborative engineering culture that emphasizes innovation, accountability, and continuous learning.
• Drive the successful delivery of multiple cross‑platform projects by guiding teams in effective estimation, planning, and iterative value delivery.
• Collaborate effectively across global business units and product teams, navigating time zone differences to ensure alignment and progress.
• Execute and iterate on the team's vision, strategy, and roadmap, ensuring initiatives remain focused, achievable, and value driven.
• Champion change and continuous improvement, identifying and implementing opportunities to enhance team performance, processes, and outcomes.
• Operate with autonomy and ownership in a large, distributed environment, consistently delivering results while managing complexity and ambiguity.
• Honesty, trustworthiness and ethical conduct are material requirements for the responsibilities outlined above.

Qualifications

• BS or Master’s Degree in Engineering, Computer Science or equivalent experience. MS in CS preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in commerce, fintech, or digital platforms, with at least 7 years in engineering leadership roles.
• Proven expertise in commerce platforms, digital storefronts, subscriptions, account and identity management.
• Deep knowledge of cloud‑native architectures (AWS, Azure, GCP), microservices, and event‑driven systems.
• Strong background in AI/ML‑driven personalization, intelligent search, and recommendation systems.
• Experience optimizing acquisition technology stacks, including audience segmentation, lifecycle, and campaign automation.
• Familiarity with compliance standards (GDPR, CCPA, etc.).
• Ability to influence and partner with executives across product, marketing, finance, security, and operations.
• A track record of attracting, developing, and leading world‑class engineering teams.
• Strong communication and storytelling skills, capable of aligning technical initiatives with business objectives.
• Global experience with an ability to navigate cultural nuances and lead dispersed teams.

Benefits: SCA offers benefits‑eligible employees (generally regular employees scheduled to work 20 or more hours a week) a comprehensive benefits program that offers coverage and support for employees and their family’s physical, emotional, and financial well‑being.

What We Offer You

• Comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage with coverage for spouses/domestic partners and child dependents, including access to a Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Employee assistance plan and comprehensive behavioral health benefits
• Fertility benefits, including surrogacy, and adoption assistance programs
• Basic and supplemental life insurance for employees as well as supplemental life insurance coverage for their spouses/domestic partners and children
• Voluntary benefits such as group legal, identity theft protection, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance
• Short‑term & long‑term disability plans
• Paid parental and caregiver leave
• 401(k) Plan with pre‑tax, Roth, and after‑tax options and company match with immediate vesting
• Education assistance and student loan programs

Other Programs

• Flexible Work Arrangements, including remote and hybrid work schedules
• Time off to include vacation, paid holidays, sick leave, Summer Fridays (early release), and a winter break between Christmas and New Year’s Day (based on business needs)
• Referral bonuses (subject to eligibility)
• Matching gift program
• A wide variety of employee business resource groups (EBRGs)
• Special discounts on Sony products, offered exclusively to Sony employees
• Employee stock purchase plan (Sony covers commissions and fees for your Sony stock purchases made through after‑tax payroll deductions)
• Annual incentive bonus

The anticipated annual base salary for this position is $240,000 to $270,000. This range does not include any other compensation components or other benefits that an individual may be eligible for. The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include as applicable, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job.

SCA will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with applicable law.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law, ordinance, or regulation.

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